Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
ACCUMULATOR REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Disconnect the accumulator inlet fitting.
3. Disconnect the accumulator outlet fitting (1).
4. Remove the accumulator retention bolts.
5. Remove the accumulator from the mounting bracket.
6. Remove the insulator cover from the accumulator.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the insulator cover to the accumulator.
2. Install the accumulator to the mounting bracket.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the accumulator retention bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
4. Install new dual O-rings.
5. Connect the refrigerant outlet line (1) to the accumulator.
Tighten
Tighten the dual O-ring fitting at the accumulator to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
6. Connect the refrigerant inlet line to the accumulator.
Tighten
Tighten the dual O-ring fitting at the accumulator to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
7. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
8. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.